Position Objective: Provide services as an Animal Biologist in support of the overall functions of the Laboratory of Immune System Biology (LISB), Division of Intramural Research (DIR) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).
Duties and Responsibilities: - Perform experiments with animals, including but not limited to instrument preparation and sterilization, animal preparation, sterile and non-sterile scrub assistance for the support of aseptic surgeries of animals.
- Assist with anesthesia support to include induction, maintenance, and recovery of animals for surgery, MRI scans, Pet scans.
- Assist the Federal Task Leader and other staff with technical, clinical, and basic support of research experiment involving animals.
- Performs routine animal health surveillance and assessment.
- Assist with the routine care, treatments and support as prescribed by a veterinarian or the Federal Task Leader
- Record and collect diagnostic results and provide support to include sample collection, preparation, and analysis, (Dentistry, Hematology, Histology, Parasitological, Urology, Radiology and TB testing).
- Assist with maintenance of the lab, such as maintains and update logbooks and inventory of drugs and supplies for the lab.
- Provide routine preventive maintenance for all laboratory support equipment.
- Assist the Federal Task Leader with animal and facility emergencies.
- Assist in the Federal Task Leader with NIMH environmental enrichment program.
- Adhere to all safety and animal protocols and regulations, such as but not limited to wearing proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and showering when necessary.
Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required; at least two years of college preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience is required.
- Must have at least two years of rodent experience in laboratory animal facilities.
- Must be certified as an AALAS Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) preferred. Other certifications or degrees may be considered.
- Working knowledge of computers and software is a required, such as experience using Microsoft Office products including Outlook, MS Teams.
Minimum Qualifications: - Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
- Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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This position is contingent upon contract award.
